Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Juventus and Chelsea have begun bargaining a trade between Dusan Vlahovic and Romelu Lukaku, which would include substantial cash for Bianconeri.

Juventus Slated for Big Changes Sans Champions League

May 25, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Barring a legal miracle, Juventus won’t play in the Champions League next season. The missed income will force them to drastically cut costs. The Bianconeri will lose nearly one-fourth of their turnover. It has been over a decade since they haven’t participated. The prize money and ticket sales usually amount to €70/90M.

Inter won the ninth Coppa Italia of their history against Fiorentina, allowing governor Steven Zhang and coach Simone Inzaghi to boost their resume.

Inter President and Coach Add to Their Trophy Cabinet

May 25, 2023 Enrico Passarella Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Inter won the ninth Coppa Italia of their history against Fiorentina, allowing governor Steven Zhang and coach Simone Inzaghi to boost their personal resume. The Nerazzurri are now tied with Roma in second place all-time as far as the domestic cup is concerned. Juventus are in the lead.

Juan Cuadrado is a new Inter player. He underwent the physical tests and signed his new one year-contract Wednesday evening.

Juventus Could Change Their Mind on Retaining Veteran

May 25, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Juan Cuadrado has been routinely tipped to leave Juventus at the end of his expiring contract. However, the front office is reportedly considering keeping him for another season. The parties are discussing a new deal. The Colombian would stay put if he accepted lower wages.

After completing the Jesper Lindstrom deal, Napoli are unlikely to add new players in the two final days of the 2023 summer transfer market window.

De Laurentiis Endorses Italiano for the Napoli Bench

May 25, 2023 Enrico Passarella Fiorentina, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

While the coaching search is ongoing, Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis was highly complementary of Fiorentina manager Vincenzo Italiano, who’s in the running along with a few other options. The owner attended the Coppa Italia final: "I've always been a fan of him. Fiorentina are a top team."

A few teams watched the Coppa Italia final between Inter and Fiorentina with a keen interest considering its ramifications on the Serie A standings.

How the Coppa Italia Result Affects the Serie A Table

May 25, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Atalanta, Europa League, European Conference League, European Cups, Fiorentina, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Monza, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

A few teams watched the Coppa Italia final with a keen interest considering its ramifications on the Serie A standings. Had Fiorentina won, they would have qualified for the Europa League group stage directly. The fifth-placed team would have had to go through the playoffs.

Inter defensive cornerstone Alessandro Bastoni expressed his satisfaction for taking home the second trophy of the season against Fiorentina.

Bastoni Ready to Sign Long-Term Contract with Inter

May 25, 2023 Enrico Passarella Coppa Italia, Fiorentina, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Inter defensive cornerstone Alessandro Bastoni expressed his satisfaction for taking home the second trophy of the season against Fiorentina and dished on his future amid contract talks: "“It’s nice to win a cup after receiving so much criticism. We'll try to do the same in the Champions League."

José Mourinho and Tiago Pinto don’t see eye to eye on the present and future of the club. The Roma ownership could decide to move forward with just one.

Roma Touted to Be Headed for an Internal Redde Rationem

May 24, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

José Mourinho and Tiago Pinto don’t see eye to eye on the present and future of the club. The Roma ownership could decide to move forward with just one of the two to avoid lingering tensions. The rumours about the future of the Special One have quieted lately.

Fiorentina are reportedly eyeing Manchester United youngster Brandon Williams. The left-back has played very little this season due to an early injury.

Fiorentina Set Sights on Manchester United Fullback

May 24, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Manchester United, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Fiorentina are reportedly eyeing Manchester United youngster Brandon Williams. The left-back has played very little this season due to an early injury. He made his lone appearance with the first team in Carabao Cup in December. The Viola want to onboard him on loan with option to buy.

Milan will have to rework their offensive reserves in the summer and are considering bringing back a familiar face, Stephan El Shaarawy.

Milan Mulling Reunion with Versatile Roma Attacker

May 24, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

On top of finding a new striker, Milan will have to rework their offensive reserves in the summer and are considering bringing back a familiar face, Stephan El Shaarawy. His contract with Roma expires in June. His side has yet to tender a renewal. He'd deputize Rafael Leao.

Juventus have almost exhausted the ways to try combating the point deduction about the capital gains trial. The second one is about to start.

Juventus Mulling Next Steps of Their Judicial Battle

May 24, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Juventus have almost exhausted the ways to try combating the point deduction about the capital gains trial. The second one, for different charges, is about to start. The club is waiting for the motivations of the new ruling. Then it will decide how to proceed.

Lazio are keen on Domenico Berardi as they’ll look to reinforce the squad following their return to the Champions League.

Napoli Reportedly Interested in Sassuolo Star Berardi

May 24, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lyon, Napoli, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Napoli will likely be in the market for a new right winger in the summer and have shortlisted Domenico Berardi for the role. Hirving Lozano’s contract is up in 2024, and he’s likely to be sold. There has been no traction on the renewal talks.

Milan are about to be whole defensively for the first time in months, as Fikayo Tomori and Pierre Kalulu have resumed training fully.

Milan Not Scheming Significant Change in Their Defense

May 24, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Milan have had some troubles in the back this season, but it’s unlikely to lead to any traumatic shifts. The Rossoneri had the stingiest defense in 2021/2022 when they won the title. Pierre Kalulu eventually became the starter next to Fikayo Tomori. That hasn’t been the case this campaign.

Author: Enrico Passarella